Sammy Wan

Sammy Wan

MOE Teaching Internship Programme (TIP)

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  • About me

    Mind-body Coach | Creative Arts Facilitator | Empowering a Holistic Approach to Wellbeing

  • Education

    • Coventry University

      2015 - 2019
      Bachelor of Arts - BA Music First Class with Honours
  • Experience

    • Ministry of Education, Singapore (MOE)

      Dec 2013 - Mar 2014
      MOE Teaching Internship Programme (TIP)

      • Introduction to Teaching Pedagogy and different aspects of teaching• Working as a Primary Teaching Assistant• Specialising in Music and providing relief support for other subjects• Plan appropriate activities and lessons for P1-P3

    • Belgrade Theatre

      Jan 2017 - May 2017
      Community Arts Placement

      • Worked at a theatre education group for elderly (Arts Gymnasium)• Crafting workshop plans and provide support for workshops and showcases• Writing blogs and report on placement• collating evaluation and feedback from programme

    • C-DaRE Centre for Dance Research - Coventry University

      Jun 2017 - Jul 2017
      Research Assistant

      • collate research material about dance and disability• manage social media, creating content for blog posts• create online toolkit and content to promote inclusiveness in dance practice• present research and project outcomes

    • SEK International

      Jan 2018 - Jun 2018
      Primary Music Teaching assistant

      (English assistant and music specialist) • Assist in day to day activities for form class (Year 1)• Support and encourage language learning • Plan and prepare materials for music lessons• Support and lead some extra-curricular music activities (ukulele, choir, cajon)• Support with organisation of school events and performances

    • Positive Images Festival

      Jan 2019 - Jun 2019
      Event Coordinator (Volunteer)

      World Music Day- Celebrating diversity in the City (Coventry)• successfully pitched the idea to put on a multi-culture music concert as part of an annual festival celebrating diversity • programmed concert and ensure smooth-running order• liaised with musicians from various backgrounds • designed and distribute promotional materials including programme and posters

    • Good Chance Theatre

      Mar 2019 - Jun 2019
      Music support/ Project Assistant

      Change the Word Collective: A project bringing refugees and migrants of Coventry from various cultures together to share stories, ideas and writings, culminating to a final performance at the Good Chance Dome. • Co-ordinated with project producer for music requirements, sound design and providing live piano music• Composed music for film produced• engage with participants and communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds• played an active role in artistic contribution to workshops and activities Show less

    • Royal Trinity Hospice

      Oct 2019 - Aug 2020
      Communications & Marketing Officer (Part of Charityworks Graduate scheme)

      • Overseeing the production and quality of key publications and promotional materials• Planning and producing a robust catalogue of case studies • Managing social media communications in a timely and effective manner • Supporting the roll out of rebranding across organisation• Showcasing sensitivity and journalistic skills when interviewing patients and families • Managing and monitoring organisation's intranet, providing effective internal communications

    • Maokwo

      Oct 2020 - Jul 2021
      Marketing Co-ordinator

      Community organisation championing diversity & inclusion through arts and activism.• Designing content and managing a consistent social media calendar• Driving engagement with artists and supporters (developing new initiatives e.g. Opportunities Newsletter, creative workshops etc.)• Ensuring the smooth delivery of all workshops, programmes and events (digital and logistical support) -co-ordinating all marketing collaterals for Maokwo's first online exhibition 'My City'• Monitoring inbox and addressing PR and media enquiries• Maintaining a good relationship with partners and collaborators and forging new relationships/partnerships• Gathering feedback and monitoring-engaging with communities and participants Show less

    • Action for Trustee Racial Dive

      Jul 2021 - Mar 2022
      Project Co-ordinator

      • Overseeing progress and deliverables of campaign• Managing team of freelancers and volunteers• Supporting with strategic planning and producing research and findings• Engaging with different stakeholders and building partnerships • Coordinating webinars and producing marketing materials• Creating resources and implementing improvement plans

    • NASP- Midlands Learning Together Programme

      Jan 2022 - May 2023
      Communications and Project support

      • Supporting the delivery of Midlands Learning Together Programme including:• Creating communications and marketing for the programme and coordinating dissemination of information with partners • Implementing an improved process and design to drive registrations for Midlands Learning Together programme launch.• Managing email campaigns, newsletters and monitoring performance• Developing toolkit and resources for participants to connect with Social Prescribing• Providing event support including communications. delivery etc. • Engaging with participants and communities to encourage active involvement in the programme Show less

    • Self-employed

      Jun 2023 - now
      Mind-body Coach

      As a mind-body coach and mindfulness trainer, I help people move out of their stuck thinking patterns and regain clarity through practical and body-based tools. Through an integrated approach of working with the whole person, I support people to become self-empowered by incorporating personalised creative exercises such as painting, writing and storytelling that integrate the mind, body and emotions as one.For individuals: • Creating a person-centred and dynamic space to support your personal development and healing• Tailoring mind-body practices and creative tools to support your growth • Helping you understand your patterns and provide accountability for change For groups: • Facilitating creative workshops for self-discovery and wellbeing - through guided meditation, writing and art activities.• Delivering educational talks on mindfulness and exploring a holistic lens to mental health awareness. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Counselling

      NCFE
      Jan 2023
    • Social Media Marketing Certification

      HubSpot Academy
      Sept 2020
      View certificate certificate
    • Adult Mental Health First Aid

      MHFA England®
      Nov 2022
    • Certification of Embodiment Coaching

      Embodiment Unlimited
      Aug 2023